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Get the facts at the Dental Showcase 2015

Discover the latest facts and figures, innovations and thinking affecting the practice and business of dentistry at the BDIA Dental Showcase 2015. The event takes place between 22nd and 24th October, at the Birmingham NEC. It is the UK’s biggest and best attended dental trade show with over 350 exhibitors demonstrating new technologies, techniques and services.

Being ‘in the know’ is vital for the success of any business and with research showing that nearly 70% of dentists looking to expand their businesses within the next five years,* there’s no better time to find out what’s new in dentistry.

Among the many attractions at this year’s Dental Showcase is an exclusive series of free mini lectures, presented by leading industry experts. It offers a wide and varied range of subjects, including:

Exploring new horizons

With more than 7,500 employees and over 650 practices, mydentist is Europe’s largest dental company. In this lecture Steve McCarron of mydentist looks at potential opportunities for the dental profession and how these could help to grow your business…[Need more details of content]

Producing and maintaining a perfect finish on anterior restorations

The headline sponsor of the Dental Showcase, Oral B, hosts a special presentation on the latest techniques to help you achieve a high quality finish on anterior restorations. You will also be introduced to innovative products that will help maintain the finish for longer…[Need more details of content]

Better understanding of how banks assess lending propositions

Financing for expansion and investing in new equipment or premises is vital for the future health or growth of your business. Join Ian Crompton of Lloyds Bank to find out how financial institutions evaluate potential loans. Through practical case studies and scenarios, Ian will guide you through the process and help give your proposals the greatest chance of success. […More TBA]

Ergonomic sitting in dental practice

With back and posture problems being an increasing issue for society as a whole and the dental profession in particular, this lecture by Salli Systems, the specialist seating company, discusses ways you can introduce ‘sitting health’ as an important concept within your practice.

CerezenTM: clinical trial overview

CerezenTM is a revolutionary new device that can reduce the symptoms of temporomandibular joint disorders and related conditions, including grinding of teeth and headache. It does this by utilising removable, custom-made inserts that are placed within the ear canal. In this session, discover the highly encouraging results CerezenTM has achieved in clinical trials, how it works and how it could be incorporated into your practice.

As well as a series of over 50 lectures that you and your team can attend, you can get the facts behind the BDIA’s important Counterfeit and Substandard Instruments and Devices Initiative (CSIDI). Poor quality and even illegal products are a growing problem for the UK dental profession. This initiative aims to raise awareness and to help prevent the risks associated with substandard products.

About the CSIDI, Mick Armstrong, Chair of the BDA Principal Executive Committee, said, “The BDA encourages all dentists to source equipment from legitimate, reputable manufacturers and suppliers who can demonstrate that the necessary legal requirements are being met. That will ensure both the quality of equipment purchased, and that dentists, their colleagues and patients are protected”.

The CSIDI is one of many initiatives and collaborations the BDIA is currently undertaking. You can find out more at Dental Showcase, including the new BDIA Code of Practice for CPD to help maintain the quality of CPD, a Dental Industry Manifesto championing a number of industry-wide issues, and a strategic partnership with the BDA that fosters support for areas of mutual interest.

If that isn’t enough, you may also wish to check out the new Dietary Zone, supported by The Dairy Council, which looks at the latest thinking in the link between diet and oral health, and how you can help patients by providing appropriate advice.

Get the facts - register now

It’s easy to register for free tickets for you and your team. Simply visit www.dentalshowcase.com and complete the online registration form. The website also gives full details of lectures, exhibitors and visitor information to help you make the most of your visit.